Watch: You Can Play as Mascots in NHL Threes in NHL 18

When you take the ice in the brand new NHL Threes mode in NHL 18 this year, you may notice things are a little bit fuzzier than you remembered.

That’s because, for the first time ever, players will be able to utilize mascots on the ice as members of their NHL Threes team.

In a new trailer showcasing everything the new mode has to offer in NHL 18, EA Sports showed the ability to take mascots such as Sabretooth (Buffalo), Iceburgh (Pittsburgh), and Youppi (Montreal) on the ice.

Would you look at that toe drag?

This isn’t the first time EA Sports has allowed mascots to be used in game as the NCAA Football series of old used to have mascot games on the gridiron.

In addition to the mascots announcement, EA Sports also gave details on the “Circuit Campaign” mode that sees players take their team to different regions North America where they will face various teams from a number of leagues. Progressing through the campaign earns a number of rewards including jerseys, logos and players.

NHL 18 launches on September 15 for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Those who preorder the game’s deluxe edition will gain access to the game three days earlier on September 12.

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